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Understanding life experiences in the Outer Hebrides
Published on 24 October 2022
It is well recognised that our life experiences impact on our quality of life and experiences of adversity and trauma, especially if these occur during childhood, can change people’s lives. NHS Western Isles and Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership are... -
‘Good luck’ to local staff nominated at Scottish Health Awards!
Published on 17 October 2022
NHS Western Isles is thrilled to report that it now has two finalists at this year’s Scottish Health Awards. In addition to the local Hospital at Home team who were announced as a contender for the Virtual Ward Team, Shuna Mighton,... -
Public Events - Lyme disease awareness raising
Published on 14 October 2022
NHS Western Isles is co-ordinating three events in Uist about ticks and Lyme disease. The events will be an opportunity to find out about the current situation and the epidemiological research undertaken by the Universities of Glasgow and Liverpool. There are... -
Winter vaccine appointment letters from NHS Western Isles starting to land for those aged 5 + with underlying health conditions
Published on 11 October 2022
Appointment letters, for winter vaccines inviting those aged 5 and over who are at higher risk of COVID-19 or flu are now being sent out by NHS Western Isles via post, e-mail or text over the next five weeks. This includes those... -
A valuable visit to Stornoway for the NHS Scotland Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer
Published on 27 September 2022
Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and Director-General Health and Social Care, Caroline Lamb, and Chief Operating Officer, John Burns, had an enjoyable and valuable visit to Western Isles Hospital last week. The purpose of the visit was to thank staff for... -
Living Donation: Margaret’s story
Published on 27 September 2022
After waiting 15 years for a transplant, Lewis-born Margaret Meiklejohn, finally received a telephone call that changed her life forever; that a liver transplant match was waiting for her. Margaret, now 62, who is retired and lives with her family in...